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Learn to safely make fireworks at home that really work. Advanced Homemade Fireworks covers in detail how to make skyrockets, pinwheels, roman candles, aerial bomb shells, fountains, cherry bombs, and M-80 s. Complete explanation of each chemical and its use makes the manufacture of homemade fireworks easy for even the novice. Learn how to make the cases, mix the powders, and assemble them both into fireworks that are really worthy of any Fourth of July display. 51/2x 81/2
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19.95 USD

A rare find for the ordnance expert or advanced pyrotechnist, supplying info on the modes of behavior of explosives substance and the phenomena, both chemical and physical, which they exhibit. Chapters include Properties of Powder, Dynamite and Other High Explosives, Nitromines and Related Substances, Primary Explosives, Detonators and Primers. 51/2x81/2, hardcover, 490pp.
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24.95 USD

This book covers the preparation of explosives from the most common and accessible items. Included are complete step-by-step procedures on how to make such things as picric acid from aspirin. For academic study only. 5 3/8 x 8 1/2, softcover, 25 pp.
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20.00 USD

Authored by the U.S. Government. Centuries after it was introduced, black powder still remains a useful commodity, both as a propellant and as an explosive. It is so useful, in fact, that in this day and age of nuclear warheads and lasers, the CIA undertook a study to determine the best methods for the manufacture of black powder. 5.5 x 8.5, softcover, illus., 32 pages.
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22.00 USD

Another great book from the Golden Era of Improvised Munitions at Frankfort Arsenal, with in depth coverage of: Manufacturing Black Powder from Field Grade Potassium Nitrate, Improvised Primary High Explosive, Optimized Procedure for Field Manufacture of Improvised Detonators and more. Loaded with illustrations and tables. 81/2x11, 56 pp., softcover.
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19.95 USD

This book was the first in a series produced for the CIA & Special Forces at Frankford Arsenal in the late 1960 s. The goal was to develop methods whereby CIA & Special Forces personnel could make explosives & Munitions in the field, using commonly available materials. The information was then issued in small, loose leaf notebooks to field personnel. This volume s 3 sections cover: Explosives & Propellants, Mines & Grenades, Small Arms Weapons & Ammunition. 51/2x81/2, softcover, illus., 145pp.
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16.95 USD

Ammonium Nitrate, Available in fertilizer, can serve as the basic ingredient for a very effective improvised explosive. Preparation of the Ammonium Nitrate, evaluations of sensitizers, variables affecting sensitivity and alternate initiation methods are all covered. 51/2x81/2, softcover, 40pp., Illustrated
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19.95 USD

A result of tests at Frankfort Arsenal, this book provides an in-depth look at how and why improvised shaped charges can be the most effective against armored targets. The construction of improvised shaped charges using Coke bottles, martini glasses, and wine bottles is covered, along with photographic evidence of the effectiveness of these charges. Even today, it represents state-of-the-art demolitions technology at its best. 51/2x81/2, softcvr, 28 pgs, illus.
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21.95 USD

Nitroglycerine, or Nobel s blasting oil, is one of the most powerful compounds ever developed. This book is the official English translation from author Phokion Naoum Ph.D., Director of Scientific Laboratories, Alfred Nobel Dynamite Company, Hamburg Germany. It covers the basic elements and theory of this explosive mixture and the applications for use. This is the comprehensive collection of the studies and testing of Nitroglycerine. 5.5 x 8.5, photos, illus., indexed, hardcover.
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35.00 USD

This book, one of the fabled Paladin Press series, was originally apparently a British EOD manual written in the late 70's. Repackaged under another title, it is an excellent beginners' book for those interested in Improvised Explosive Disposal, especially first responders. In vivid detail are the various methods of fuzing and firing IED's. The second half discusses the use of detanating cord to open suspect packages, as well as the results of testing a 'new' IEDD tool, the 12 gauge shotgun.
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39.95 USD

Don t throw away those old boxes and paper bags! With the aid of this book you can turn them into some great firecrackers, cherry bombs, thunderbolts, and other salutes. Instructions for mixing powder, making cases from scrap cardboard and all other steps are clearly explained and illustrated with numerous photos. A must for every pyrotechnic library. 51/2x81/2, softcover, 44pp.
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15.00 USD

20 page stapled pamphlet; How to turn a disposable butane lighter into a self contained shrapnel-throwing hand grenade with a time delay fuze system. The process is clear and simple. No special tools are required. (Warning: It is illegal to manufacture any explosive device unless prior approval by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is obtained. ) 5 1/2 X 8 1/2, 19 pages, illustrations and soft cover.
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14.95 USD

This work details the production of primers from a commercial prospective and then in the final chapter gives comprehensive instructions on how to produce small quantities of primers in a laboratory or home environment. The book covers the process of creating the necessary materials (priming mixes), primer component reconditioning, and development and procurement of the basic tools. These topics are detail in a manner that the student can readily understand both on a practical and academic level. 8.5 x 11, 244 pages, illus., softcover.
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24.95 USD

This fascinating book compiled for academic use only, in a time of limited resource this book could be invaluable. The information in this book helps the reader to understand the secrets of producing your own primer material. From its basic beginings in muskets & flint lock handguns & rifles,..to primers in modern weapon ammunition. Detail photographs and illustrations guide you through the steps in this easy to understand book. Softcvr, 5x 7, 85 pgs.
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19.95 USD

Yet another result of research at Frankfort Arsenal, the material contained in this volume never reached our overt and covert operatives before the program was phased out. The emphasis in these tests was to produce extremely powerful, yet easily made explosives by combining two compounds which separately were very safe to handle. One of the resulting explosives covered, Astrolite A-1-5, is the world s most powerful non-nuclear explosive. 51/2"x81/2", softcvr, 28 pgs, illus.
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19.95 USD